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Another league has come and gone and what a terrible way to wrap it up. Now its time to review the Kalos League. I hope the review tag is okay to use for this thread.
Positives
-Ash vs. Sawyer was an outstanding battle between two rivals that knew each other like the back of their hands. The final battle was amazing.
-The first half of Ash vs. Alain had some great moments, from Pikachu defeating Tyranitar and Metagross, Hawlucha avenging Noivern, and the aerial battle between Talonflame and Unfeazant.
-Tierno vs. Sawyer was pretty fun to watch and I not only like how it showcased their character, but the strategies used as well.
-The animation was incredible. I haven't seen such well done animation in the series. The final moments between Ash-Greninja and Mega Sceptile were amazing.
-Team Rocket wasn't completely annoying this time and actually had some good moments, like when James cheered for Pikachu and got dirty looks from Jessie and Meowth. They didn't take much time away.
-Diantha opening the league was a nice touch as well. All Champions should do this.
-XY 129 was not a waste of time like the Axew lost filler in the Unova League. It built up Ash vs. Alain, Team Flare's arc, and introduced Lysandre and Marin.
Neutral
-I didn't like having to see Remo vs. Alain, though it didn't take too much time away from the battle between Ash and Sawyer.
Negatives
-After all signs telling us otherwise, Ash LOST once again to Alain in a battle he should have won, but nope! OP AF Charizard that should not have survived the mega Water Shuriken. Ash got runner up and improved, but he should have won. This just shows how truly OP Alain is.
-The Furfrou guy was utterly pointless when you think about it. He was meant to show how hard it is for some to make it into the league. Ash promised him he'd win, but nope. Also, Alain easily sweeping through the gyms kinda makes this a bit redundant if he easily swept through.
-About 90% of Ash vs. Tomo being rushed over.
-Ash vs. Astrid being rushed over. I honestly wanted to see his full battle with her, the rare female league rival who deserved better.
-The Top 32 and Top 16 being completely ignored. One round skipped is okay, but...Two rounds being skipped and only showing 10% of another two rounds?
-Trevor vs. Alain. I just didn't like how they not only took the time to show Alain sweep through Trevor, but I didn't like how Mega Charizard Y's debut was used only to show off Mega Charizard X.
-Noivern and Goodra never got a proper win. Both only wound up with a tie and a loss. Ash vs. Tomo and Ash vs. Astrid coud have given Noivern a win at least if they showed it.
Overall, I can only give this league a 5.75, or a 6 at best. Maybe its only slightly better than the Unova League but doesn't beat the Sinnoh or Hoenn League. It had good moments, but Ash losing to Alain and its rushed opener brought the score down dramatically. Could have been a 7.5 if Ash was allowed to win.
Positives
-Ash vs. Sawyer was an outstanding battle between two rivals that knew each other like the back of their hands. The final battle was amazing.
-The first half of Ash vs. Alain had some great moments, from Pikachu defeating Tyranitar and Metagross, Hawlucha avenging Noivern, and the aerial battle between Talonflame and Unfeazant.
-Tierno vs. Sawyer was pretty fun to watch and I not only like how it showcased their character, but the strategies used as well.
-The animation was incredible. I haven't seen such well done animation in the series. The final moments between Ash-Greninja and Mega Sceptile were amazing.
-Team Rocket wasn't completely annoying this time and actually had some good moments, like when James cheered for Pikachu and got dirty looks from Jessie and Meowth. They didn't take much time away.
-Diantha opening the league was a nice touch as well. All Champions should do this.
-XY 129 was not a waste of time like the Axew lost filler in the Unova League. It built up Ash vs. Alain, Team Flare's arc, and introduced Lysandre and Marin.
Neutral
-I didn't like having to see Remo vs. Alain, though it didn't take too much time away from the battle between Ash and Sawyer.
Negatives
-After all signs telling us otherwise, Ash LOST once again to Alain in a battle he should have won, but nope! OP AF Charizard that should not have survived the mega Water Shuriken. Ash got runner up and improved, but he should have won. This just shows how truly OP Alain is.
-The Furfrou guy was utterly pointless when you think about it. He was meant to show how hard it is for some to make it into the league. Ash promised him he'd win, but nope. Also, Alain easily sweeping through the gyms kinda makes this a bit redundant if he easily swept through.
-About 90% of Ash vs. Tomo being rushed over.
-Ash vs. Astrid being rushed over. I honestly wanted to see his full battle with her, the rare female league rival who deserved better.
-The Top 32 and Top 16 being completely ignored. One round skipped is okay, but...Two rounds being skipped and only showing 10% of another two rounds?
-Trevor vs. Alain. I just didn't like how they not only took the time to show Alain sweep through Trevor, but I didn't like how Mega Charizard Y's debut was used only to show off Mega Charizard X.
-Noivern and Goodra never got a proper win. Both only wound up with a tie and a loss. Ash vs. Tomo and Ash vs. Astrid coud have given Noivern a win at least if they showed it.
Overall, I can only give this league a 5.75, or a 6 at best. Maybe its only slightly better than the Unova League but doesn't beat the Sinnoh or Hoenn League. It had good moments, but Ash losing to Alain and its rushed opener brought the score down dramatically. Could have been a 7.5 if Ash was allowed to win.
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